[NOTE: As of 2005 Oct 20, the Rhode Island website is scheduled for redesign, which may affect the location of the above document. The following link is an alternate location on the Save Passamaquoddy Bay website.]

"Based on this review and further analysis, the report provides guidance on the appropriateness of models, assumptions and risk management to ensure the safety of human health and property relative to a potential LNG cargo spill over water."  Office of Fossil Energy, US Department of Energy

Public Utilities Fortnightly article on LNG, by Michael T. Burr

"We’ve seen hydrocarbon incidents happen before. These are extremely volatile substances, and if they are not treated safely you have the potential for a tremendous explosion that could have far-reaching, third-party effects. That is the nature of the beast."  Tony Mayer, managing director, Marsh USA Inc.

LNG Carrier Holding Tank Cracking Detected  1998

Widespread cracking occurred in the 9% nickle-steel sperical tanks of LNG/C Asake Maru and her sister vessel Norman Lady. This report describes the assessment, repair, and refurbishing process that took place in 1998. Note: According to the report, all later vessels have been built with aluminum tanks.